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by Andre' Serranho
by Jorge Candeas, 31 May 2005
The fleur-de-lys ("giglio") is the symbol of
the city since its foundation (ca. 1000), maybe to establish a
connection with its Roman name, FLORENTIA. In 1251 the
Ghibellins, former rulers in exile, have united under this
ensign.
Andre' Serranho
by Andre' Serranho
The victorious Guelfs wanted to show their distance from the
defeated Ghibellins, therefore inverted the colours, which
perdured till nowadays.
Andre' Serranho
by Andre' Serranho
by Andre' Serranho
by Jaume Olle', 13 October 1998
About Florence Republic, it was reported about a traditional
flag: white and red vertical. People flag (Bandiera di Popoli)
was white with red cross. The first reported City flag was red
with white lys. Later is reported white with red lys. The
republic used red flag with white cross. This is the Medici
dinasty (1550-1749) white flag with shield
Jaume Olle', 13 October 1998